8 ways to wear SS23 accessories

From sculptural jewellery to playful handbags – here’s our guide to this season’s accessories.

Words: Nana Baah

Spring is on the horizon. It’s (almost) time to shed your cosy beanie and scarf and ease yourself into accessorising for fun again. Read on for eight ways to express yourself through this season and beyond.

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1. Denim daze

From forever jeans at Bottega Veneta to Y2K-inspired maxi skirts at Burberry, SS23 runways were awash with denim looks. But it’s not just clothes: accessories have had a denim makeover, too. Bucket hats have become a mainstay over the past few summers, and Miu Miu’s embroidered version is an easy way to add a touch of the blue stuff to your outfit. If indigo isn’t your colour, though, look to Coach’s black denim tote bag.

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BRANDON BLACKWOOD - Kendrick mini denim cross-body bag

COPERNI - Swipe denim shoulder bag

RESELFRIDGES - Pre-loved Gucci denim tote bag

COACH - Field monogram denim tote bag

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JW Anderson SS23

2. You’ve got to be
kitsch-ing me

Novelty accessories are the epitome of fun fashion. SS23 runways saw their fair share of them, from JW Anderson’s fish-shaped bags to Judith Leiber’s jewel-encrusted gummy bear pillboxes. Go classic kitsch with Lulu Guinness’ lip-shaped clutches or look to Puppets and Puppets’ good-enough-to-eat bags for more wearable fun.

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3. Blow it out of proportion

In seasons past, everything from bags to skirts shrunk down to their tiniest forms. But this time around, designers unanimously decided that it's time to go big. From Jil Sander to Bally, SS23’s accessories are supersized. If an oversized bag is too much of a commitment, go big on jewellery with Max Mara’s heavy-duty chain and pearl necklace.

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WEEKEND MAX MARA - Balco metal and faux-pearl necklace

MARNI - Geometric-patterned woven tote bag

CHLOE - Marcie large leather tote bag

JIL SANDER - Giro brand-embossed leather tote bag

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Coperni SS23

4. Sculpt it

From Coperni’s sculptural Swipe bags to Dries Van Noten’s curvy heels, striking lines, architectural curves and geometric minimalism are all over this season’s accessories. Go for Alighieri’s gold bracelet, inspired by Greek mythology, to add drama to casual outfits.

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Coperni SS23

5. The bolder the better

Ferragamo’s bold red looks and Victoria Beckham’s lime-green dresses show just how wearable bright monochromatic looks can be. To bring a hit of colour into your outfits without having to do it head to toe, look to Marc Jacobs’ bright totes or Diesel’s citrussy shoulder bag.

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JACQUEMUS - Le Bambino leather shoulder bag

MARC JACOBS - The Tote mini patent-leather tote bag

BOTTEGA VENETA - Jodie rhinestone-embellished satin shoulder bag

DIESEL - Wonder logo-plaque leather shoulder bag

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Jil Sander SS23

6. Make it shine

Whether you prefer low-key silver necklaces or head-to-toe metallics, the SS23 collections are here for the magpie in all of us. On the subtle end of the spectrum, Hatton Labs’ exclusive-to-Selfridges tennis bracelet works with casual outfits. Or pair crystal-covered Amina Muaddi heels with one of Benedetta Bruzziches’ rhinestone-embellished clutch bags for nights out.

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7. To have and to hold

As an antidote to all the loud and logo-heavy accessories on the runway, brands such as Chanel and Lemaire offered up quieter accessories, which are perfect for minimalists. A curation of pre-loved designer bags, our RESELFRIDGES edit is the place to find those pared-back, well-made pieces.

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RESELFRIDGES - Pre-loved Chanel leather shoulder bag

RESELFRIDGES - Pre-loved Bottega Veneta Intrecciato leather cross-body bag

RESELFRIDGES - Pre-loved Bvlgari leather satchel bag

RESELFRIDGES - Pre-loved Fendi Baguette leather shoulder bag

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Simone Rocha SS23

8. Flower power

It wouldn’t be springtime without florals, and this season, they’re in full bloom. Go bold and bright like Loewe, who sent bags, dresses and shoes adorned with giant 3D anthurium flowers down the runway. Or add drama with floral tulle opera-style gloves from The Vampire’s Wife.

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